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Query: Hello doctor, I am a 26 year old female. Dengue fever is frequent in my neighborhood. I am curious about the nature of the epidemic, why it is so prevalent in one location, any preventive measures that might be implemented, and how the people in our community can keep informed and safe. In addition,... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Dengue is transmitted by mosquitoes carrying the harmful organism dengue virus. Fever, body pains, headache, and moderate flu-like symptoms are among the symptoms. Self-limitation is usually achieved in one week. Plate... Read Full »
I live in a dengue prevalent area. How can I prevent it?
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 35-year-old female. I live in an area where dengue fever is prevalent, and I am concerned about its risks and prevention. Can you provide information on what dengue fever is, its symptoms, and how it is transmitted? I would also like to know about preventive measures, such as mos... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went though your query. The dengue cycle involves humans and mosquitos. Infection with one virus gives immunity to that serotype only. Dengue is mainly spread by Aedes egyptii. It is caused by domestic day-biting mosquitoes who prefer to feed on humans. The mos... Read Full »
Why do I have a runny stomach and black stools after flu?
Query: Hello doctor, I had the flu for two days. That included a fever, sore throat, and runny nose with a dry cough. The flu went away and now I just have a cough, but I have developed a rash behind my ears and a runny stomach in which my stool is black. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It seems like a hemorrhagic fever such as dengue in which the patient presents with a bleeding manifestation of melena (black-colored stools), bleeding gums, any hemorrhagic rashes, or hematuria, etc.Black-colored stools indicate that blood is leaking from somewhere in... Read Full »
My platelet count is low but tested negative for dengue. Did I test too early?
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 25 year old female, who weighs 24 kg and 5.3 feet tall. I have had a fever since last week. The fever was between 38 to 40o C. I also had headaches and lower back pain. Today I got tested for dengue, but that was negative. However, on my torso, neck, and face, there are these red r... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It could be dengue or any other viral infection. The presentation of all viral fevers is almost same. And any viral infection can cause low platelets count, and dengue is known for it. During the first 4 to 5 days of fever, dengue NS1 antigen will be positive,... Read Full »
Can you please interpret my dengue test results?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a fever (100 to 103 F) from the last two days with chills and aches on the knees and hands. I went to a general physician. She prescribed me Mefkind forte and said that if the fever stays for more than a day, I should go for CBC and dengue antigen. But, I have done my CBC and dengu... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your dengue test (NS1) is positive, and the platelet count is normal. You also have mild anemia, most likely due to iron deficiency. Your fasting blood sugar is on the higher side. Please continue to drink plenty of water as it is the main treatment for dengue ... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, My son is 20 years old. He has been suffering from fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and with some rashes on his skin. He has been suffering from these symptoms for the past two days. I want to know how dengue is transmitted to humans? I have heard about severe dengue cases leading to li... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern. I am sorry to hear about it. Dengue is a viral infection caused by the dengue virus, which is primarily transmitted to humans through the bite of infected mosquitoes, particularly the Aedes aegypti mosq... Read Full »
Why is my sister's fever not coming down despite taking Cefixime?
Query: Hello doctor, I want to ask what could be the best medicine for my sister. She had an on and off fever since last week, and then the doctor gave her an antibiotic named (Cefixime trihydrate or Trexim) suspension. But she is still experiencing a high fever till now. What should we do? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Considering the continuous fever in spite of antibiotics, I would suggest doing the following investigations: CBC (complete blood count), CRP (C-reactive protein-quantitative), PSMP (peripheral smear of malarial parasite), dengue virus antigen detection NS1, serum gluta... Read Full »
Can I undergo a dengue test even without a fever?
Query: Hello doctor,Can I undergo a dengue test even without a fever? Been feeling sick intermittently for like three days now. I would suddenly feel sick like as if I have an illness, and I can feel it in my body. But every time I check using a thermometer, it will only show an average temp like 96.8 deg... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query carefully, and I want to suggest you that for your current symptoms dengue test is not necessary. You can undergo a dengue test if you have one of the following symptoms with fever, nausea, vomiting, rashes, aches, and pains (eye pain, typicall... Read Full »
What can the cause of my generalized body pain, fever, and headache?
Query: Hi doctor, I am having a fever, headache, and generalized body pain since yesterday. I consulted a physician. He prescribed me medicines and advised me of a blood test. My blood test report is attached here for your reference. Still, headache and fever are high sometimes. Kindly give your opinion. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have checked your blood reports (attachments removed to protect patient identity). This is a dengue season. Though the fever and headache with body aches can often and most commonly indicate a viral etiology but a decreased platelet count of 1.39 is to indicate th... Read Full »